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PM Narendra Modi is speaking in the Philippines after meeting US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the ASEAN-India Summit. PM Modi had on Sunday held separate pull-aside meetings with Trump and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on the sidelines of a gala dinner to mark the 50th anniversary of ASEAN. The PM is on a three-day visit to Manila for the ASEAN-India and East Asia summits.

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Nov 13, 2017 5:05 pm (IST)

Which citizen doesn't want cleanliness? We have started from where Mahatma Gandhi left and till now more than 2 lakh villages in India have become open defecation free...If 21st century is considered to be Asia's century, then it becomes our duty to make it India's century and I say it is possible, says PM.

Nov 13, 2017 4:56 pm (IST)

India is focussed on Look East Policy...India is on the verge of take-off and once we move past hurdles no body can stop us...Indians are acknowledged globally and every citizen is proud to be Indian, says PM

Nov 13, 2017 4:53 pm (IST)

India is messenger of world peace and has always contributed to global peace, unity and harmony through United Nations (UN) missions across the world...India fights for peace and believes in doing its bit to give back to society. India is the third highest contributor to UN peacekeeping missions. India is the land of Mahatma Gandhi, peace is integral to our culture, says PM.

Nov 13, 2017 4:46 pm (IST)

I have come to a nation and a region that is very important for India... Our efforts are aimed at transforming India and ensuring everything in our nation matches global standards, says prime minister Modi. Indians cheer the PM in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 4:41 pm (IST)

PM addressses Indian diaspora in Manila, Philippines.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Indian community in Manila.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said, "The relevant grouping should be open and inclusive and not aimed at excluding a third party".

Nov 13, 2017 3:44 pm (IST)

"We have committed to transforming India into a global manufacturing hub. We want to make Indians job makers, not job seekers," says PM Narendra Modi in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 3:42 pm (IST)

"The government of India's Act East Policy puts ASEAN region at the centre of our engangement. We are a globally integrated economy now. We moved to GST this year and the Jan Dhan Yojana has transformed the lives of millions. The task of transforming India is proceeding at an unprecedented scale. We are working day and night towards easy, effective and transparent governance," says PM Narendra Modi in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 3:39 pm (IST)

"India has climbed 30 spots in the Ease of Doing Business ranking. We have also moved 21 places on the Global Innovation Index. Most sectors of the economy are open for FDI. More than 90% of it is going to be from automatic approval," says PM Narendra Modi in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 3:37 pm (IST)

"We have introduced a new framework of Pragati. India has seen pro-active governance. 1200 outdated laws have been repealed in the last three years. Minimum governance and maximum governance is our motto. We have also simplified industrial licensing and made the springing up of new businesses, very easy," says PM Narendra Modi in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 3:34 pm (IST)

"We have used technology to reach out to the people. Digital transactions have been increased by 34% in an year. My government has harnassed ideas and suggestions on policies from 2 million citizens," says PM Narendra Modi in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 2:33 pm (IST)

It is believed that during Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump's bilateral talks, on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit, they discussed a range of key issues including defence and security. The two leaders are understood to have discussed the security scenario in the region besides several other issues of mutual interests, including ways to further boost bilateral trade.

Nov 13, 2017 2:27 pm (IST)

"He's become a friend of ours. He's doing a great job. A lot of things were solved and we will continue to work together," says US President Donald Trump about PM Narendra Modi.

"The relations between India and the US are not only for mutual interest. It goes beyond that. It will be for the greater benefit of Asia and humanity, at large. I would like to assure you that we will come good on the expectations that the world and US have with India," says PM Narendra Modi to US President Donald Trump.

Nov 13, 2017 2:13 pm (IST)

PM Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have begun their meeting in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 12:34 pm (IST)

"My young friend told me that he wanted to be a policeman... glad to see the Jaipur Foot giving wings to the aspirations of many youngsters like him," said PM Narendra Modi after meeting 9-year old Carlo Migel Silvano at the Mahaveer Philippine Foundation in Manila.

Nov 13, 2017 12:30 pm (IST)

The Jaipur Foot was designed and developed by Ram Chander Sharma in 1968 and is a rubber-based prosthetic leg for people with below-knee amputations. Its variable applicability, water-resistance and cost efficiency make it an acceptable choice for prosthesis. The idea of the Jaipur Foot was conceived by Sharma under the guidance of Dr PK Sethi, who was then the head of the Department of Orthopedics at Sawai Mansingh Medical College in Jaipur, India.

Nov 13, 2017 12:20 pm (IST)

PM Narendra Modi visited the Mahaveer Philippine Foundation, in Manila, where he interacted with 9-year old Carlo Migel Silvano from Bulacan province. He is one of the thousands in Philippines fitted with the Indian-made 'Jaipur Foot' at this Foundation.

PM Modi interacted with 9-year old Carlo Migel Silvano from Bulacan province at Mahaveer Philippine Foundation in #Manila. He is one of the thousands in Philippines fitted with the Indian-made 'Jaipur Foot' at this Foundation. pic.twitter.com/yga363Je5l

"My visit to International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) was a great learning experience. Saw the exceptional work IRRI is doing towards mitigating poverty and hunger by improving rice cultivation. Their work benefits many farmers and consumers, particularly in Asia and Africa," says PM Narendra Modi.

The Ramayana in the Philippines is called 'Maharadia Lawana' which means king Ravana. The Philippines' famous dance 'Singkil' is based on the Ramayana.

Nov 13, 2017 11:40 am (IST)

PM Narendra Modi visited the Mahaveer Philippine Foundation, a long-running humanitarian cooperation programme between India and the Philippines. It was set up by the highly regarded Indian–origin Mayor of Manila, Dr Ramon Bagatsing. The Foundation has been instrumental in the fitment of the Jaipur Foot to needy amputees. About 757 amputees benefitted from the programme in 2017.

US President Donald Trump has revelled in his ability to shock establishment America, and enjoys a reputation for straight talking.

Nov 13, 2017 11:32 am (IST)

US President and former reality TV star Donald Trump has revelled in his ability to shock establishment America and enjoys a reputation among supporters for straight talking. In tweets, press conferences and at campaign-style rallies, the 71-year-old has blasted "political correctness" in favour of voicing opinions popular with his base — but anathema to his liberal foes. His Philippine counterpart Rodrigo Duterte, who is 72, built his electoral success on crowd-pleasing pledges to rid the country of drugs and crime by killing tens of thousands of people. Duterte is sometimes even described as the 'Trump of the East' because of his brash style.

Trump and Duterte were among 19 leaders at a glittering gala in the Philippines capital and at one point Duterte took the microphone to sing

Nov 13, 2017 11:30 am (IST)

Donald Trump and Rodrigo Duterte met on Monday in Manila for their first official talks, an occasion that brings together two of the most outspoken statesmen of recent years. The United States and its former colony, the Philippines, have been strategic allies since World War Two. But their relations have been strained by anti-US outbursts from Duterte and his enthusiasm for better ties with Russia and China.

Nov 13, 2017 11:27 am (IST)

PM Narendra Modi tweets from the ASEAN opening ceremony:

The Ramayana is widely popular among ASEAN nations. I compliment the cast and crew of Rama Hari for their stupendous performance at the ASEAN Summit. pic.twitter.com/umf3aRTwwO

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump, Chinese premier Li Keqiang, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and several other leaders from ASEAN's partner countries attended the opening ceremony at the highly fortified Cultural Centre in this bustling metropolis. The Ramayana performance was presented by ballet company Rama Hari and it drew loud applause from the audience. The Ramayana in the Philippines is called 'Maharadia Lawana' which means king Ravana. The Philippines' famous dance 'Singkil' is based on the Ramayana.

Nov 13, 2017 11:19 am (IST)

PM Narendra Modi's tweet from the ASEAN opening ceremony:

You would be happy to know that the @ASEAN opening ceremony included excerpts from the musical Rama Hari, based on the Ramayana. Various parts of the Ramayana were beautifully highlighted in the Rama Hari. This shows our deep historical bonds and shared heritage. pic.twitter.com/hLNQnSmmAs

A musical version of the epic Ramayana was one of the key attractions at the grand opening ceremony of the two-day-long ASEAN summit in Manila on Monday, reflecting India's cultural linkages with the Philippines and several member countries of the 10-member bloc.